1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Mini Metro would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Venturi |
| Model | Mini Metro | 400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
